29 May 2026

Changes to the Research and Innovation Grant Cycle

The Research and Innovation grant programme will move to a new autumn timetable, with applications opening in September to give members more time to prepare submissions after the summer break.

We are pleased to announce some upcoming changes to the timing of the Research and Innovation grant cycle. Currently, applications open in June with the award committee meeting face to face in September. Going forward, the application window will open September, giving members the opportunity to apply after the summer break when it is easier to focus on submissions.

The judging committee will then meet in person at the December 11 Scientific Affairs and Clinical Practice meeting to review applications and make the awards, with successful applicants receiving payment from January 2027. We are currently updating the guidance and applications will be open from Tuesday 1 September closing Friday 2 November.

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